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Locals told news agency CNS that Gowhar was playing cricket near Jamia Kangan when entered into a heated argument with a cop who had caught hold of his little brother.

Gowhar according to locals fled from the spot while police chased him. The locals claimed he was hit by a bullet, a claim refuted by police.

The killing sparked massive protest in the area. Forces fired tear-smoke shells to disperse the protesters. Authorities imposed restrictions in the town to maintain law and order problem.

Reports said that two civilians, identified as Muhammad Amir Lone (22), son of Abdul Hamid Lone of Chatragul and Abdul Rashid Khan of Kangan, were injured in the clashes. Ten policemen also sustained injuries in the clashes. Muhammad Amir Lone according to reports has suffered a serious head injury.